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The Anniversary of Villavicencio (Aniversario de la Ciudad de Villavicencio), celebrated every year on April 6, commemorates the founding of this city, capital of the department of Meta and considered the gateway to the Eastern Plains of Colombia.
This event is an opportunity to highlight the history, culture and economic growth of Villavicencio, which has gone from a small settlement to an expanding city, with great importance for the region.
Since the end of March, a series of cultural, recreational and sports activities have been organized that involve the community and visitors. Among the featured events are horseback riding and llanera music competitions.
On the eve of the celebration, the Bogotá - Villavicencio crossing is a tradition in which a large number of cycling fans travel by bicycle the more than 100 kilometers that separate the capital of the country from the capital of Meta.
The city's birthday is celebrated with an impressive military parade that starts from "Parque los Fundadores". In addition, there are open-air concerts, presentations by local and national artists, and gastronomic fairs that offer the best of typical Llanera food.
It is also a time to recognize notable people in the city and pay tribute to those who have contributed to its development. The anniversary of Villavicencio (Aniversario de la Ciudad de Villavicencio) is a celebration that strengthens the cultural identity and unity of its population, showing the world the natural, historical and folkloric wealth of the "Llanos" region.
